IRS Intent to Levy Timeline: How Long Do You Have?
Receiving an IRS notice that mentions a levy can be alarming. Many taxpayers immediately worry that their bank account will be frozen or their wages will be garnished. Fortunately, the … Read more
Filing IRS Form 56 When the Estate Owes Back Taxes
When a family member passes away, dealing with probate court and asset distribution is stressful enough on its own. However, many grieving families are blindsided by the sudden appearance of … Read more
How IRS Form 56 Can Help Uncover Tax Problems for an Incapacitated Relative
Caring for an aging parent or an incapacitated relative is emotionally exhausting, especially when family dynamics are complicated. In many families, one sibling or relative takes the lead on managing … Read more
Does Filing IRS Form 56 Trigger an Audit?
Taking on the legal responsibility of managing an individual’s financial affairs is a daunting task. Whether you are stepping in to help an aging parent whose health is declining, acting … Read more
IRS Form 56 and Fiduciary Liability: What You Need to Know
When you are appointed as an executor of an estate or a trustee of a family trust, it is easy to view the role purely as an honor. You have … Read more
Where Do I Mail IRS Form 56? What Fiduciaries Need to Know
Stepping into the role of a fiduciary is a major milestone. Whether a court has just appointed you as the guardian of an incapacitated relative or you are beginning the … Read more
IRS Form 4180: What the Interview Means
If the IRS contacts you about Form 4180, it usually means they are investigating unpaid payroll taxes and determining whether to hold someone personally responsible. This is not a routine … Read more
How Fast Can the IRS Release a Levy?
In some cases, the IRS can release a levy within a few days. In others, it may take longer depending on your situation. There is no fixed timeline. How quickly … Read more
How Do You Stop an IRS Bank Levy?
Stopping an IRS bank levy starts with one thing: acting quickly. Once the levy hits your account, your funds are no longer fully under your control. But you still have … Read more
Do You Need to File Missing Tax Returns Before Stopping a Levy?
Yes, in most cases, you need to file all missing tax returns before the IRS will fully stop or release a levy. When the IRS issues a levy, your case … Read more
Can the IRS Freeze Your Business Bank Account?
Yes, the IRS can freeze your business bank account through a bank levy. When this happens, the IRS sends a notice to your bank requiring them to hold the funds … Read more
Why IRS Substitute For Returns Often Increase Your Tax Debt?
When the IRS files a Substitute for Return (SFR) on your behalf, it is rarely in your favor. In most cases, it leads to a higher tax bill than what … Read more
Do You Need to File All Missing Returns Before Negotiating With the IRS?
Yes. In most cases, you need to file all missing tax returns before the IRS will negotiate with you. The IRS requires taxpayers to be in filing compliance before it … Read more
Do You Lose Your Refund If You File Late?
No, filing your tax return late does not automatically mean you lose your refund. However, you could lose it if you wait too long or never file your return at … Read more
Can You Change Your IRS Address Online Instead of Filing Form 8822?
If you recently moved, updating your address with the IRS is an important step to avoid missing notices, refund updates, or other time-sensitive correspondence. A common question many taxpayers have … Read more
Do I Need to File IRS Form 8822 Every Time I Move?
You do not necessarily have to file IRS Form 8822 every time you move. That said, it is often the safest and most reliable way to make sure the IRS … Read more
Can I File Form 9465 if I Owe More Than $50,000?
Yes, you can still request a payment plan with the IRS if you owe more than $50,000, but the process is usually more involved. Taxpayers who want to set up … Read more
What Happens If You Miss a Form 941 Filing Deadline?
IRS Form 941 must be filed four times each year by employers who pay wages subject to payroll taxes. Because it reports payroll tax withholding and employment taxes, the IRS … Read more
When Is Form 941 Due Each Quarter?
Employers who pay wages subject to payroll taxes are typically required to file IRS Form 941, Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return. Because the form is filed four times per year, … Read more
Do I Have to File Form 941 If I Have No Employees?
Many business owners become confused about IRS Form 941 requirements when their business has no employees. This situation is common for sole proprietors, single-member LLCs, or businesses that previously had … Read more
Steven N. Klitzner, P.A. is a tax attorney based in Miami, Florida. He has been practicing tax law for over 40 years, and currently holds a 10.0 rating by Avvo. Mr. Klitzner was appointed to the IRS Service Advisory Council in 2021 and is... 
